20th and 21st May 2023 -International Houvast Judo Tournament, Holland

Another great trip to the International Houvast Judo Tournament in Mierlo, Holland. The standard of judo was higher than ever, with a spectacular display of judo across all ages and weights.
The weekend of Judo saw forty players from the AJA taking part in the event. This year the squad comprised of a lot of players who had not taking part of events at this level before, so was a great development opportunity for most.
Day 1 one saw some great Judo, grit and determination from our palyers, with a good number just missing out on the 3rd place bronze positions.
We then had to wait until day two for a trophy win with Amie Coupland winning a very hard fought for silver medal in the Ladies under 52Kg, only losing to the eventual winner, who was a very impressive dan grade fighter.
All players and coaches can use this event as a great learning experience for their future development in the sport.
A well done to other members who had made their own way to the event with Ollie Penlington and Craig Robbins both winning bronze medals in their events.